US4228836AExpiredUtility
Key case
Est. expiryAug 15, 1999(expired)· nominal 20-yr term from priority
Inventors:Donald J. Mcfarland
A45C 11/323
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PatentIndex Score
16
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Claims
Abstract
A key case with a rigid open-top box member having slots extending along its edges through which are received a flexible flap member for folding over the open top of the box member.
Claims
exact text as granted — not AI-modifiedWhat is claimed is:
1. A key case comprising a rigid rectangular open-top box member for providing shape and rigidity to the key case; a plurality of key retaining members operably fixed to the interior of said rectangular box member; a flexible flap member received through slots extending along the edges of the rectangular member for folding over the open top of said rectangular box member; and means for releasably fastening the ends of said flap to each other.
2. The key case of claim 1 wherein one end of said flap member carries a male snap fastener element and the other end of said flap member carries a female snap fastener element positioned to engage the male element when the flap portions are folded over the open top of said rectangular box member.
3. The key case of claim 1 wherein the female snap fastener element has a plurality of openings so as to provide adjustable fastening positions.Cited by (0)
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